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In California, child custody laws for unmarried parents are the same as those for those who are married. Even if you and your child’s other parent were never legally married, you both generally have the same rights, obligations, and privileges when… Read More

Child visitation is critical for both children and parents after a separation or divorce. Not only does it help children build a familial bond with the non-custodial parent, but a parent has a legal right to maintain a relationship with their child.… Read More

Child custody is one of the most emotional aspects of any divorce or separation. But it’s important to understand that the custody arrangement entered into or ordered after a divorce can be modified at any time before the child turns 18. If the… Read More

When children are involved in a divorce, understanding your rights as a parent can be difficult and confusing. This is especially true if you are a father, and primary custody has been given to the mother of your children. What are child visitation r… Read More

simply means that a non-custodial parent can only visit with their child in the presence of another adult. Primarily, the arrangement is used to keep the child safe while supporting the child/parent relationship. When deemed necessary, the court will… Read More

If you are a step parent, you may be wondering what your rights are when it comes to visiting your step child. Historically, step parents have held very few rights concerning their spouse’s children. However, that began to change after 2000, wh… Read More

During divorce, when one parent is awarded physical child custody, the other parent is typically given visitation rights. However, child visitation rights are not an automatic right — they’re considered a privilege. Once established, it’… Read More

Legal and physical custody issues and parenting plans commonly arise in California divorce cases involving minor children. Fortunately, when spouses work together, they can resolve most or all of these custody issues amicably via a parenting plan, wi… Read More